About Me
“I am a communication undergraduate at North Carolina State University with a focus on visual communication, digital media, and experience design. I am originally from Marion, North Carolina, and much of how I approach design has been shaped by growing up in a small, close-knit community where communication often needs to be clear, practical, and accessible.”
“My interest in visual communication started early, long before I had the language to describe it. I was drawn to how images, layout, and presentation could communicate ideas quickly and naturally. Photography became my first way of exploring that interest, and it taught me to pay attention to composition, storytelling, and the way a single moment can suggest something larger.”
“Over time, my focus expanded beyond individual images. I became more interested in how visual systems work as a whole and how people interact with information across different formats. That shift led me toward graphic design, video, and digital content, and toward thinking about design as a connected experience rather than isolated pieces.”
“A significant part of my background comes from long-term involvement with North Carolina 4-H and NC State Extension. I have been involved with 4-H since childhood and later served in elected statewide leadership roles, contributing to social media, campaigns, and visual communication at the state level. Those experiences directly informed my transition into professional work, and I now support programs through design, digital content, and communication as part of the statewide Extension system.”
“I am especially interested in design that functions in real settings. Much of my work involves balancing consistency with flexibility, designing for audiences with different levels of access or familiarity, and making sure information is clear the first time someone encounters it. I tend to approach design through observation and problem-solving, paying close attention to how people actually use what is created.”
“This portfolio includes professional work, student projects, and self-generated pieces. Together, they reflect how my interests have developed over time and how I approach design as a practical, thoughtful process shaped by experience, community, and purpose.”